Ondansetron

Ondansetron is an anti-nausea and anti-vomiting medicine. It is prescribed for nausea and vomiting after chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery, and in gastroenteritis. Below you will find how it is used, how it works, its possible side effects and the brands of Ondansetron you can order online from Sargodha.

What is Ondansetron used for?

Ondansetron prevents and treats nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery, and is also used for severe vomiting in gastroenteritis.

How Ondansetron works

Ondansetron blocks 5-HT3 receptors in the gut and the brain's vomiting centre, stopping the signals that trigger nausea and vomiting.

Side effects of Ondansetron

Many people take Ondansetron without any trouble. When side effects do occur they are usually mild, and may include:

• Headache
• Constipation
• Tiredness
• Warmth or flushing
• Dizziness

Seek help for a fast or irregular heartbeat, fainting, chest pain or an allergic reaction.

Before you take Ondansetron

• Tell your doctor about heart rhythm problems or low potassium or magnesium.
• Use with care with other medicines that affect heart rhythm.
• Constipation can occur, so keep up fluids.
• Discuss use in pregnancy and breastfeeding with your doctor.

Ondansetron brands available in Pakistan

These are the Ondansetron products currently listed on SargodhaBazar.pk. Prices are per pack and can change, so check the product page for the latest price.

This page gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist.